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SUMMARY:Traversing the Shoreline of Sleep and Dreams – Free Class with Rubin Naiman
DESCRIPTION:Do you start to fall asleep… but then your mind kicks in, your body feels restless, and sleep seems far away?\nYou’ve tried the usual fixes — cutting caffeine, banning screens, darkening your room — but the night still stretches on, and the rest you long for feels just out of reach.\nAccording to Dr. Rubin Naiman, a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine and pioneer in integrative sleep and dream medicine, the root problem isn’t just physical. It’s spiritual. We’ve been taught to see sleep as merely functional — a way to recharge for more waking productivity. But what if sleep is actually a sacred state of consciousness?\nJoin Dr. Naiman for a free online event and explore how sleep can become a spiritual practice — one that begins when we treat our mattress as a meditation cushion and our pillow as an altar. He’ll gently guide you to the “shoreline” between waking and dreaming, where awareness softens, and sleep naturally arises… not through effort, but through surrender.\nRegister Here For Free\n\nQuick Links:\n\nWhy Attend ( #why )\nWhat You’ll Learn ( #what )\nWho This Is For\nAbout Rubin Naiman ( #teacher )\nReviews ( #reviews )\nFAQ ( #faq )\nRegister Here for Free\n\n\nWhy Attend “Traversing the Shoreline of Sleep & Dreams”\n\nWe’ve been conditioned to think of sleep as something we must “achieve” — a function to serve our waking lives. But sleep is more than just recovery. It’s a mystical journey, a return to your deepest self, and a doorway to profound peace.\nDr. Rubin Naiman offers a new understanding of sleep — not as an obligation, but as an invitation. When you befriend the twilight consciousness between waking and dreaming, sleep becomes a spiritual sanctuary rather than a nightly struggle.\nIn this illuminating event, you’ll learn how to surrender into sleep instead of striving for it — and discover how insomnia is not a failure, but a resistance to the natural rhythms your soul already knows.\nRegister Here For Free\nWhat You’ll Learn\nDuring this gentle, experiential hour, Dr. Naiman will guide you through a multisensory practice using breath and imagery to help you relax into the “shoreline” between waking and sleep — a rich liminal state of healing and transformation.\nYou’ll explore how the transitional space just before sleep is a spiritual threshold — a place where dreams, consciousness, and peace intersect. It’s here that awareness expands, and sleep becomes effortless.\nThis new relationship with sleep can restore your nights, uplift your mornings, and reconnect you to a deeper part of your being that has been waiting for you to return home.\n\nExperience a breath and imagery practice to access the dreamy threshold between waking and sleep\nDiscover how sleep is a spiritual state, not just a biological function\nUnderstand the deeper self that lies beneath your waking identity\nReframe insomnia as a resistance to shifting consciousness — not a personal failure\nExplore the mystical nature of twilight consciousness as a portal to peace\nLearn to rest in the liminal zone and soften your mind into sleep\nReclaim the sacredness of sleep and the transformative power of dreams\nAwaken your imagination and reconnect with your inner wisdom through rest\nEmbrace a non-efforting, spiritual approach to falling asleep\nFeel hopeful and supported as you transform your relationship with night\n\nRegister Here For Free\nWho This Is For\nIf you’ve been wrestling with sleep challenges, or if you feel curious about how dreams and rest can deepen your spiritual journey, this event is for you. Dr. Naiman’s approach gently blends science and soul to help you reconnect with the healing power of the night.\nThis is also a beautiful invitation for spiritual seekers, healers, and coaches who want to understand sleep not just as a physical necessity — but as a sacred state of consciousness worth honoring and exploring.\n\nThose experiencing insomnia or restless nights\nSpiritual seekers curious about the mysticism of sleep\nHealers and coaches supporting others in emotional wellbeing\nAnyone interested in dreamwork and twilight consciousness\nPeople feeling disconnected from rest, imagination, or inner peace\nMindfulness practitioners looking to extend their practice into sleep\nAnyone longing for deeper connection to self through restful states\nStudents of psychology, integrative medicine, or spiritual healing\n\nRegister Here For Free\nAbout Rubin Naiman\nRubin Naiman, PhD, FAASM, is a clinical psychologist, Fellow of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and the sleep and dream specialist at the University of Arizona’s Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine.\nAs a pioneer in integrative approaches to sleep and dreams, Dr. Naiman bridges the gap between science and spirituality, helping people see rest as a portal to transformation. His work is deeply informed by decades of research, clinical practice, and mystical inquiry.\nFrom working with hospice patients to consulting rock musicians, his diverse experiences have shaped a holistic view of sleep as both healing and sacred. His own near-death experience and mentorship under luminaries like Elisabeth Kübler-Ross have further illuminated his unique understanding of consciousness.\nDr. Naiman is the founder of NewMoon Sleep and the author of several acclaimed books, including “Healing Night” and “The Yoga of Sleep.” His teachings are heartfelt, grounded, and described by many as magical.\nWith warmth and wisdom, Dr. Naiman invites you to rediscover night as a beloved friend — and sleep as a sacred homecoming.\nReviews\n“Dr. Rubin Naiman is a pioneer. He is a highly skilled and committed professional who is at the forefront of the development of integrative medicine approaches to sleep and dreams.”\n— Andrew Weil, MD, Bestselling author of Spontaneous Healing\n“Dr. Naiman fully acknowledges the importance of darkness and loves the sacredness of night. He sees with uncanny clarity the function that falling asleep, deep sleep, dreaming, and awakening play in our relationships, our careers, and, above all, our spiritual growth.”\n— Hugh Prather, Bestselling author of Notes to Myself\nRegister Here For Free\nFAQ\n\nFAQ Quick Links:\n\nWhen and where does the event take place? ( #faq-when )\nWho is Rubin Naiman? ( #faq-who )\nWhat will I learn? ( #faq-learn )\nWhat if I can’t attend live? ( #faq-replay )\nHow long is the event? ( #faq-length )\nIs this event religious? ( #faq-religious )\nWill there be experiential practices? ( #faq-practice )\nWho is hosting the event? ( #faq-host )\nCan I share this event with others? ( #faq-share )\nIs this suitable for beginners? ( #faq-beginners )\nIs there a follow-up course? ( #faq-followup )\nIs this good for people with insomnia? ( #faq-insomnia )\nWhat is twilight consciousness? ( #faq-twilight )\n\n\nWhen and where does the event take place?\nThis online event takes place Thursday, August 28, at 5:30pm Pacific. After registering, you’ll receive access to join live or watch the replay at your convenience.\nWho is Rubin Naiman?\nDr. Rubin Naiman is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine, psychologist, and pioneering sleep and dream specialist at the University of Arizona’s Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine.\nWhat will I learn?\nYou’ll explore sleep as a spiritual practice, experience a guided twilight practice, and gain a new relationship with rest, dreams, and inner peace.\nWhat if I can’t attend live?\nEveryone who registers will receive a link to the full event recording to watch at your convenience.\nHow long is the event?\nThe event lasts approximately 60 minutes.\nIs this event religious?\nNo. The event is spiritual in nature, but non-religious and open to all backgrounds.\nWill there be experiential practices?\nYes, Dr. Naiman will guide you through a gentle breath and imagery practice designed to access twilight consciousness.\nWho is hosting the event?\nThis event is presented by The Shift Network, a global leader in transformational online programs.\nCan I share this event with others?\nYes! Please share this page with friends, clients, or loved ones who may benefit from it.\nIs this suitable for beginners?\nAbsolutely. No prior experience with sleep work or dreamwork is required — just an open heart and mind.\nIs there a follow-up course?\nYes. During the event, you’ll hear about Dr. Naiman’s upcoming 7-week course for deeper exploration.\nIs this good for people with insomnia?\nYes. Dr. Naiman offers a gentle and revolutionary perspective that reframes insomnia as resistance to consciousness shifts — not a biological failure.\nWhat is twilight consciousness?\nIt’s the liminal zone between waking and sleep — a dreamlike state where awareness softens and deeper truths emerge.\nIs this based in science?\nYes. Dr. Naiman integrates scientific sleep research with transpersonal psychology and integrative medicine approaches.\nIs the content accessible for neurodivergent individuals?\nYes. The material is gentle, inclusive, and designed to meet a variety of sensory and emotional needs.\nWhat benefits can I expect?\nYou may experience more peaceful sleep, reduced anxiety around insomnia, deeper insight through dreams, and greater connection to your spiritual self.\nWhat does it cost?\nThis event is completely free to attend.\nHealth Disclosure: The contents of this website/e-mail are for informational purposes only and are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This website does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.\nRelationship Disclosure: We are grateful to be of service and bring you these life-changing events free of charge. 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